Research Training Calendar

Research skills and training are an important part of developing as a researcher. The Researcher Development Guide includes our programs and workshop offerings up to mid-December 2023. Please use this document to help you plan your development for the rest of the year.

Date Session Details & Registration
1st May 2023 Research & Write!
Research & Write! occurs each week, Monday afternoons 1200-1500 and Friday mornings, 0930-1230 AEST.   Set aside some time to focus on your research.  This is a welcoming space where researchers can come together via teams to work on whatever needs your attention, whether it's writing, reading, or analysing. Groups like this are very effective to help you remain focused, and create a sense of community where you can connect with other researchers. Hosted by: Monique Shephard.
21st Sep 2023 Grammar Café - Articles
Many languages do not use articles (a, an, & the), or if they do exist, they may be used differently than in English. Multilingual writers often find article usage to be one of the most difficult concepts to master. Although there are some rules about article usage to help, there are also quite a few exceptions. Learning to use articles accurately is the focus of this workshop. It discusses common errors of article usage using practical examples and resources to help improve your academic writing skills. 21/09/23, 90 mins, 1400-1530 AEST.  Presenter - Emmaline Lear.
28th Sep 2023 CSIRO Publishing Seminar
Throughout September & October Charles Sturt Library is hosting several publishing seminars. Join us for presentations from experts, including journal & book editors, from major publishers. Topics for discussion will include publishing options with tips & advice on how to get published and where to publish. There will be information about Open Access (OA) including how to publish OA. The Library’s Open Access publishing deals will be discussed and there will be opportunities for questions.  Join us 28th September at 2pm for a presentation from CSIRO publishing representatives, including their Journals Publishing Manager..
3rd Oct 2023 Research Bootcamp
Set aside some time to focus on your research.  This is a welcoming space where researchers can come together via teams to work on whatever needs your attention, whether it's writing, reading, or analysing. Groups like this are very effective to help you remain focused, and create a sense of community where you can connect with other researchers.  Come for an hour or the day, make the space work for you.  See you there.  Research bootcamp occurs on the first weekday of each month.  1000-1600 AEST. Hosted by: Monique Shephard.
4th Oct 2023 Selling your research skills to non academic employers: Building a CV (and Linkedin presence) that will help you succeed.
Employers are looking for people with experience in the exact job they are advertising - which makes job searching difficult. A PhD trains you to be an expert in a particular, narrow field. How do you convince an employer that you are the right person for the job? It’s all about the story you tell with the skills and experience you already have. In the workshop we will cover:  The differences between academic and non-academic CVs and the types of skills that most employers are looking for - and how you can demonstrate them and how to ‘dress’ your online presence so employers are more likely to give you an interview.  04/10/23. 60 mins, 1200-1300 AEST.  Presenter - Professor Inger Mewburn.
4th Oct 2023 Thesis Writing Series, Session 3 - Writing the Literature Review
The Thesis Writing Series has 8 workshops and is for HDR candidates to help you gain practical knowledge, skills and practice in writing your thesis chapters. Session 3 focuses on writing the Literature Review, reviewing the purpose of the chapter and ensuring that your argument is well-defined and structured. 04/10/23.  90mins, 1300-1430 AEST. Presenter:  Emmaline Lear.
5th Oct 2023 How to write an abstract
An abstract is a concise summary of a research paper or entire thesis. It briefly highlights the key content areas of all the parts of your research study. Although it is placed at the beginning of your paper, the abstract should be the last thing that you write, once you are sure of the conclusions you will reach.  In this workshop, we will review the structures and purposes of different abstract styles. You will have the opportunity to refine an abstract which you are currently working on using a reflective process of guided practice and feedback. All participants are encouraged to bring a draft abstract to participate in this workshop session. 05/10/23, 90 mins, 1000-1130 AEST.  Presenter - Emmaline Lear.
5th Oct 2023 Ethics Café
Completing an Ethics application can be complicated and many applicants miss details or make errors. The committee regularly requests additional information about areas of concern within applications and request resubmissions. The Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) are facilitating open sessions where they will work through the application process, what should be included in the research proposal and will address common areas of concern. It’s a great opportunity to gain a better understanding of the processes, ask questions and receive good advice, with the aim being to hopefully avoid any need to resubmit. These sessions are open to Researchers, Academics and students who will be submitting an application for research involving human ethics. 05/10/23. 60 mins, 1230-1330. Presented by: HREC.
5th Oct 2023 Developing a LinkedIn profile: Tips & Tricks
Join us for an informative look at how to get the most out of the LinkedIn platform to enhance your professional status.  This session includes:  LinkedIn – your living resume; Components to a good profile; Understand industry best practice; Techniques for improving your profile; Techniques for increasing your connections; Joining interest groups; How to use InMail; Find and secure partners, staff and collaborators; Tell tale signs of a poor profile; Tips and tricks to upgrade your profile.  05/10/23 90 mins, 1300-1430 AEST,  Presented by Emmaline Lear
10th Oct 2023 Supervisor Series, Module 5. Preparing for completion & examination
Module 5 addresses the stage of the doctoral process which is often the most fraught for both candidate and supervisor alike. This module explores key issues in the examination process to assist supervisors in working with candidates prior to, during, and following examination. It reviews institutional regulations and disciplinary norms regarding submission of the doctoral output and how supervisors Identify examiners, taking into account the research. This module explains the assessment process and the support needed in the periods prior to and following examination, particularly in completing revisions.  Supervisors will also need to complete an I2 self-study unit/s as part of the workshop. Please refer to https://research.csu.edu.au/supervision/professional-development for more information and how to access these. 10/10/23, 3 hours, 1000-1300 AEST. Presenter - Emmaline Lear.
10th Oct 2023 Thriving under pressure
Stress is an unavoidable part of life. By learning to stress better, not less, we can have more productive and meaningful lives.  This seminar draws of Positive Psychology principles that can help you create a more satisfying life filled with meaning, pleasure, engagement, connection and accomplishment.  10/10/23.  Registrations (copy & paste): 11:00am: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1482467557013726220 or  3:00pm: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/155420793962780428 Presented by Charles Sturts' health and well-being partner, Converge International.
11th Oct 2023 NVivo (FULL)
NVivo helps you discover more from your qualitative and mixed methods data. Uncover richer insights and produce clearly articulated, defensible findings backed by rigorous evidence. You can: Import data from virtually any source; analyze data with advanced management, query, and visualization tools; ask complex questions of your data to identify themes and draw clear conclusions; create reports; and achieve more robust research results in less time.  This course works with a sample dataset, however you are encouraged to work with your own coded dataset if desired (literature or empirical data). If you don't yet have coded data this workshop will give you insight into what is possible when you reach that stage.  As this workshop moves you beyond basic coding with a range of queries to help identify patterns in data, if you are new to NVivo and as a prerequisite to this session, you are required to go through some pre-materials, a link to these is contained in the registration.  11/10/23, 3 hours, 1000-1300 AEST.  Limited to 15 participants.  Presenter: Dr Jenine Beekhuyzen, Adroit Research.  *If this event is full, please email researcherdevelopment@csu.edu.au and request to be added to the wait-list.
11th Oct 2023 Thesis Writing Series, Session 4 - Writing the Methodology
The Thesis Writing Series has 8 workshops and is for HDR candidates to help you gain practical knowledge, skills and practice in writing your thesis chapters. Session 4 focuses on writing the Methodology, reviewing the purpose of the chapter and ensuring that your structure is well-defined and represented.  11/10/23.  90mins, 1300-1430 AEST. Presenter:  Emmaline Lear.
11th Oct 2023 HDR Connect (live link)
Meeting your peers, sharing your concerns, asking the burning questions, celebrating your achievements or just having a chat. HDR Connect is the online place for HDR students to connect. Our HDR students tell us that they often feel isolated, like they don't belong, or have no connections with their fellow researchers. This can lead to feelings of doubt, uncertainty and even to withdrawal. Connecting with others who are sharing the same journey and who may be feeling the same way is a great way to build friendships, support networks and confidence. It helps you and helps others!  60 mins, 1800-1900 AEST, every second and fourth Wednesday.
17th Oct 2023 Using Word for Theses (and other long documents) Part 1/2
Over two workshops we will discuss using Microsoft Word for working with long documents such as theses. We focus on how to use Microsoft Word within an academic setting to plan the thesis document, create the document structure, create styles, create a document template, create chapters from the template or apply the template to the existing chapters and finally create a master document.  Theses workshops have been developed to emulate the normal process for working in Word to create and format a long document. 17/10/23, 90 mins, 1000-1130 AEST. Presenter: Emmaline Lear
18th Oct 2023 R Tutorial Series 9 - Meta-analysis and inter-rater reliability analysis
This unit covers two special data analysis topics: (1) Meta-Analysis; and (2) Inter-rater reliability analysis.  18/10/23, 2.15 hrs. 1000-1215 AEST.  Presenter: John Xie, QCU.
18th Oct 2023 Using Word for Theses (and other long documents) Part 2/2
Over two workshops we will discuss using Microsoft Word for working with long documents such as theses. We focus on how to use Microsoft Word within an academic setting to plan the thesis document, create the document structure, create styles, create a document template, create chapters from the template or apply the template to the existing chapters and finally create a master document.  Theses workshops have been developed to emulate the normal process for working in Word to create and format a long document. 18/10/23, 90 mins, 1000-1130 AEST. Presenter: Emmaline Lear
18th Oct 2023 Thesis Writing Series, Session 5 - Reporting Results
The Thesis Writing Series has 8 workshops and is for HDR candidates to help you gain practical knowledge, skills and practice in writing your thesis chapters. Session 5 focuses on reporting the results, reviewing the purpose of the chapter and ensuring that your data is meaningful and presented clearly. 18/10/23.  90mins, 1300-1430 AEST.  Presenter:  Emmaline Lear.
19th Oct 2023 Animal Ethics, Drop in Sessions (live-link)
If you are involved in conducting research or teaching that involves the use of animals, then you know how important it is to ensure the highest ethical standards are being met. But sometimes, questions arise, and you may need some guidance on how to navigate the animal ethics application process. Whether you need assistance in writing an application, modifying a declined application, or planning a project, these informal sessions are a place to get advice and have conversation. Additionally, these sessions provide a platform to generate discussions on improving the lives of animals used in teaching and research.  No need to register, just save the link to your calendar.  19/10/23. 60 mins, 1200-1300. Presented by: Lindsay Skyner, Animal Welfare Officer.
20th Oct 2023 How and when to engage with Industry – setting up for success
How and when to engage with Industry - setting up for success.  In this seminar Rob Crombie will cover tips on how and when to engage with industry, and explain the benefits of building better bridges with industry. Rob will also cover the relevant funding sources, organisations and initiatives that encourage industry enabling upskilling of students and researchers for the broader marketplace, and how positive engagement may bring about new sources of revenue streams and create a way to support your innovations to come to market.  Why engage with industry? The benefits of engaging with industry. An overview of the current landscape and future directions in industry engagement. Tips and strategies on engaging with industry. Sourcing funding to assist with engagement.   20/10/2023. 60 mins. 1200-1300 AEST.  Presenter:  Rob Crombie,   Campus+
24th Oct 2023 Publishing your research: Open Access
In this workshop we’ll take an in depth look at everything Open Access. We’ll explain what Open Access is, the benefits of Open Access, how to make your work Open Access and demonstrate tools you can use to identify reputable and relevant Open Access publishers.  24/10/23, 60 minutes, 1000-1100 AEST. Presented by - Library Services.
25th Oct 2023 Introduction to Supervision
Are you interested in registering as an HDR supervisor at Charles Sturt? Are you a new, experienced supervisor who has completed supervisor accreditation at another institution? Join this workshop to learn about HDR supervision at Charles Sturt. We will discuss what is supervision, how to meet expectations and responsibilities, what resources are available to support you as a supervisor and how to guide your candidates effectively. (25/10/23, 90mins, 1030-1200 (AEST)  Presenters - Sam Bowker and Savocchia, Sandra.
25th Oct 2023 Lunch-time Research Rave (live link)
A monthly lunch-time session where either, various Graduate Researchers or Research Service providers share their research, research journey or how they can help you. Hosted by the Post-Graduate Student Association and Researcher Development Team. Come along with you lunch, connect, grow and be inspired. (60mins, 1230-1330 AEST,fourth Wednesday of each month)
25th Oct 2023 Thesis Writing Series, Session 6 - Discussing Results
The Thesis Writing Series has 8 workshops and is for HDR candidates to help you gain practical knowledge, skills and practice in writing your thesis chapters. Session 6 focuses on discussing the results, reviewing the purpose of the chapter and ensuring that your structure is well-defined and represented clearly. 25/10/23.  90mins, 1300-1430 AEST. Presenter:  Emmaline Lear.
25th Oct 2023 HDR Connect (live link)
Meeting your peers, sharing your concerns, asking the burning questions, celebrating your achievements or just having a chat. HDR Connect is the online place for HDR students to connect. Our HDR students tell us that they often feel isolated, like they don't belong, or have no connections with their fellow researchers. This can lead to feelings of doubt, uncertainty and even to withdrawal. Connecting with others who are sharing the same journey and who may be feeling the same way is a great way to build friendships, support networks and confidence. It helps you and helps others!  60 mins, 1800-1900 AEST, every second and fourth Wednesday.
26th Oct 2023 Thriving under pressure
Stress is an unavoidable part of life. By learning to stress better, not less, we can have more productive and meaningful lives.  This seminar draws of Positive Psychology principles that can help you create a more satisfying life filled with meaning, pleasure, engagement, connection and accomplishment.  26/10/23.  Registrations (copy & paste): 11:00am: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4879540672423273741 or  3:00pm: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2275255023059104779 Presented by Charles Sturts' health and well-being partner, Converge International.
27th Oct 2023 How to improve your university impact
How does your research create impact outside of academia?  27/10/2023. 60 mins. 1200-1300 AEST.  Presenter: Eeshan Kulkarni, Campus+
31st Oct 2023 Grants: Strategic planning and becoming grant ready
Want to be grant ready and find the best funding opportunities? In this workshop, we’ll cover how to strategically plan which funding opportunities to apply for, how to become grant ready by developing a project plan and an individualised funding toolkit, and where to identify new funding opportunities. This workshop is ideal for early career researchers. PhD students welcome. This workshop may be recorded and may be made available to a wider audience. 31/10/23, 60 mins, 1100-1120 AEST.  Presenter - Lisa Limbrick.
1st Nov 2023 Research Bootcamp
Set aside some time to focus on your research.  This is a welcoming space where researchers can come together via teams to work on whatever needs your attention, whether it's writing, reading, or analysing. Groups like this are very effective to help you remain focused, and create a sense of community where you can connect with other researchers.  Come for an hour or the day, make the space work for you.  See you there.  Research bootcamp occurs on the first weekday of each month.  1000-1600 AEST. Hosted by: Monique Shephard.
1st Nov 2023 Grant Writing Toolkit, using it for the best outcomes
Are you interested in grant writing but not sure where to start? This session is a virtual walk-through of the Charles Sturt University’s Grant Writing Toolkit, an online resource which contains information, resources and tools to assist you in writing effective grant applications. You’ll learn how to access and navigate the Toolkit, and gain insight into how to address different sections of a grant application. This workshop may be recorded and may be made available to a wider audience. 01/11/23. 30 mins, 1100-1130 AEST.  Presenter - Lisa Limbrick.
1st Nov 2023 Accessing the ‘hidden’ research job market by networking the smart way
At least three out of four jobs are never advertised - most people find jobs through word of mouth and personal recommendations. Our aim is to help you find a job you love within six months by growing and mobilising the power of your professional networks. These techniques work for finding an academic or non-academic job.  In the workshop we will cover:  Identifying potential employers (generating a ‘cold call list’); Leveraging your existing network (without losing friends); Asking for and conducting ‘informational interviews’ (without fear or embarrassment); Feeding and growing your network (or ‘earning the right to ask a favour’).   04/10/23. 60 mins, 1200-1300 AEST.  Presenter - Professor Inger Mewburn.
1st Nov 2023 Ethics Café
Completing an Ethics application can be complicated and many applicants miss details or make errors. The committee regularly requests additional information about areas of concern within applications and request resubmissions. The Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) are facilitating open sessions where they will work through the application process, what should be included in the research proposal and will address common areas of concern. It’s a great opportunity to gain a better understanding of the processes, ask questions and receive good advice, with the aim being to hopefully avoid any need to resubmit. These sessions are open to Researchers, Academics and students who will be submitting an application for research involving human ethics. 01/11/23. 60 mins, 1230-1330. Presented by: HREC.
1st Nov 2023 Thesis Writing Series, Session 7 - Writing Conclusions
The Thesis Writing Series has 8 workshops and is for HDR candidates to help you gain practical knowledge, skills and practice in writing your thesis chapters. Session 7 focuses on writing conclusions, reviewing the purpose of the chapter and ensuring that your structure is well-defined and represented clearly. 01/11/23.  90mins, 1300-1430 AEST.  Presenter:  Emmaline Lear.
3rd Nov 2023 How to develop effective and successful strategic partnerships
In this webinar, we look at how a current collaboration can be turned into a long term, mutually beneficial strategic partners.  We will cover:  Lifecycle of Strategic Partnerships; Initiating Strategic Partnerships; Key questions for companies; What Business goals drive your University partnerships?; Value Propositions; Strategic Partnership canvas; Nurturing and managing partnerships; Building resilience to conflict and change; Keys to Success.   03/11/2023. 60 mins. 1200-1300 AEST.  Presenter: Nick McNaughton, Campus+
6th Nov 2023 Strategic literature searching: Journal and citation databases
In this workshop our Librarians will introduce you to the dynamic process of strategic literature searching. We’ll demonstrate how to develop a search strategy and how to get the best out of journal and citation databases.  06/11/23, 45 mins, 1000-1045 AEST.  Presented by:  Library Services.
6th Nov 2023 Supervisor Series, Module 1. Introduction, overview and first session of enrolment
This module introduces supervisors to supervision and asks them to reflect on their own experiences and approaches to supervision and provides an overview of supervision at Charles Sturt University and the wider context of doctoral programmes. The module also looks at candidate recruitment from optimising your supervisory profile to identifying the characteristics of a 'successful' candidate and how best to meet applicant needs and expectations.  Supervisors will also need to complete an I2 self-study unit/s as part of the workshop. Please refer to https://research.csu.edu.au/supervision/professional-development for more information and how to access these.  (06/11/23, 3hrs, 1000-1300 (AEST)  Presenter - Emmaline Lear.
7th Nov 2023 Supervisor Series, Module 2. Researcher cultures & environments
This module considers the key features of research cultures and how they support the development of positive work environments. This module also encourages research supervisors to examine their own supervisory practices in supporting candidates to engage with the wider research environment, build networks and foster collaborations and personal experience of supervision with a view to informing and framing the working relationship with their doctoral candidate. While this module focuses on building relationships within the first six months, it also summarises the supervisors' roles and responsibilities in creating respectful and inclusive relationships with candidates and aligning expectations for productive working relationships.  Supervisors will also need to complete an I2 self-study unit/s as part of the workshop. Please refer to https://research.csu.edu.au/supervision/professional-development for more information and how to access these.  07/11/23, 3 hours, 1000-1300 AEST.  Presenter - Emmaline Lear.
8th Nov 2023 Supervisor Series, Module 3. Planning & conducting research
This module examines the issues of diversity and exclusivity in the context of research supervision and preparing candidates to make informed judgements to ensure successful research projects and timely completion. In advises on the advantages of employing a project management approach to research in order to support candidates to research ethically and with integrity and how to work with your candidate to predict and respond proactively to potential risks and support needs. The second part of this module addresses a number of common issues that supervisors might encounter during candidature and offers valuable advice about how to respond to those issues effectively. Issues discussed include aligning expectations, motivating candidates who are procrastinating, and dealing with plagiarism, among others. This unit also offers valuable advice about responding to candidates with mental health issues.  Supervisors will also need to complete an I2 self-study unit/s as part of the workshop. Please refer to https://research.csu.edu.au/supervision/professional-development for more information and how to access these. 08/11/23, 3 hours, 1000-1300 AEST. Presenter - Emmaline Lear.
8th Nov 2023 HDR Connect (live link)
Meeting your peers, sharing your concerns, asking the burning questions, celebrating your achievements or just having a chat. HDR Connect is the online place for HDR students to connect. Our HDR students tell us that they often feel isolated, like they don't belong, or have no connections with their fellow researchers. This can lead to feelings of doubt, uncertainty and even to withdrawal. Connecting with others who are sharing the same journey and who may be feeling the same way is a great way to build friendships, support networks and confidence. It helps you and helps others!  60 mins, 1800-1900 AEST, every second and fourth Wednesday.
9th Nov 2023 Supervisor Series, Module 4. Developing the researcher
This module develops your ability to assist your candidates to analyse their training needs and plan their professional and personal development. It develops understanding how writing expertise develops and recognises the advantages and disadvantages of different modes of feedback while encouraging you to select appropriate methodologies for developing candidates writing. Supervisors will also need to complete an I2 self-study unit/s as part of the workshop. Please refer to https://research.csu.edu.au/supervision/professional-development for more information and how to access these. 9/11/23, 3 hours, 1000-1200 AEST.  Presenter - Emmaline Lear.
9th Nov 2023 Dealing with tech stress
This wellbeing webinar explores the importance of understanding the impact of technology and provides strategies to improve healthy usage, manage stress and feel more engaged with work and life. 9/11/23.  Registrations (copy & paste): 11:00am: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3310185735867108110 or  3:00pm: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6363717542689383695 Presented by Charles Sturts' health and well-being partner, Converge International.
10th Nov 2023 Supervisor Series, Module 5. Preparing for completion & examination
Module 5 addresses the stage of the doctoral process which is often the most fraught for both candidate and supervisor alike. This module explores key issues in the examination process to assist supervisors in working with candidates prior to, during, and following examination. It reviews institutional regulations and disciplinary norms regarding submission of the doctoral output and how supervisors Identify examiners, taking into account the research. This module explains the assessment process and the support needed in the periods prior to and following examination, particularly in completing revisions.  Supervisors will also need to complete an I2 self-study unit/s as part of the workshop. Please refer to https://research.csu.edu.au/supervision/professional-development for more information and how to access these. 10/11/23, 3 hours, 1000-1300 AEST. Presenter - Emmaline Lear.
10th Nov 2023 How do SMEs and MNCs approach transactions?
Selling or licensing your IP or drug development work to a pharmaceutical company is one way of progressing a promising new drug candidate.  This webinar aims to give you the perspective from the other side of the table so you can be better prepared when entering into negotiations with Pharma.  Current state of play in Pharma transactions – an overview; Understanding Pharma motivators; Types and stage of deals; The role of the deal champion; Finding the win-win outcome; The integration process – beyond the deal. 10/11/23, 60 mins, 1200-1300 AEST, Presenter: Rob Crombie, Campus+
13th Nov 2023 Strategic literature searching: Australian resources & grey literature
Are you looking for Australian research and resources, or grey literature? This session will demonstrate where and how to locate these resources.  13/11/23, 45 mins, 1000-1045 AEST.  Presented by:  Library Services.
14th Nov 2023 R Tutorial Series 10 - Survival analysis
This unit covers the special data analysis topic, survival analysis, which refers to the analysis of data that take the form of measurements of the time to death, or the time to failure.  14/11/23, 2.15 hrs.  1000-1215 AEST. Presented by John Xie, QCU.
15th Nov 2023 Overcoming Procrastination
Why do we procrastinate, even though we know it’s against our best interests? And how can we better manage ourselves to achieve the things we need to do? Together, we will explore some key reasons for procrastination, and discuss practical strategies for overcoming them and making progress. We will discuss opportunities to develop self-awareness and knowledge about becoming more productive as well as ideas about how to remove some of the obstacles to getting things done and build a toolbox of skills you can draw from whenever you need to. 15/11/23, 2 hours. 1000-1200 AEST. Presenter: Dawn Tukuniu.
15th Nov 2023 Thesis Writing Series, Session 8 - Preparing for examination
The Thesis Writing Series has 8 workshops and is for HDR candidates to help you gain practical knowledge, skills and practice in writing your thesis chapters. . Session 8 focuses on preparing for examination and submission of your thesis and helping to understand what examiners are looking for.  15/11/23.  90mins, 1300-1430 AEST.  Presenter:  Emmaline Lear.
16th Nov 2023 Animal Ethics, Drop in Sessions (live-link)
If you are involved in conducting research or teaching that involves the use of animals, then you know how important it is to ensure the highest ethical standards are being met. But sometimes, questions arise, and you may need some guidance on how to navigate the animal ethics application process. Whether you need assistance in writing an application, modifying a declined application, or planning a project, these informal sessions are a place to get advice and have conversation. Additionally, these sessions provide a platform to generate discussions on improving the lives of animals used in teaching and research.  No need to register, just save the link to your calendar.  16/11/23. 60 mins, 1200-1300. Presented by: Lindsay Skyner, Animal Welfare Officer.
17th Nov 2023 How to be Defence Ready
The challenge for researchers is navigating their way through such a large and complex organisation and ensuring they are actually ‘Defence ready’. This webinar will:  Establish an understanding of the Defence sector;  Identify avenues and opportunities to work with Defence on research; Provide an understand what needs to be in place to be ready to work with Defence; Provide an understanding Defence’s strategic objectives and capability; Provide an understanding of the Defence sector themes that shape research; Provide an understanding of the Defence’s Research and Innovation programs.  17/11/23, 60 minutes, 1200-1300 AEST. Presenter: Ken Mahon, Campus+
20th Nov 2023 Develop your systematic-like literature review
Want to know more about Systematic Reviews? This short session will provide a guide to the tools available and show you the steps to creating a systematic or systematic-like review.   20/11/23, 45 mins, 1000-1045 AEST.  Presented by:  Library Services.
22nd Nov 2023 Use CRO, ORCiD and researcher profiles to promote your research
Researcher profiles can be used to promote and disseminate your research. In this session we’ll touch on various researcher profiles, look at how to edit your CRO profile, link your CRO and ORCiD profiles, and add publications to CRO.  22/11/23, 45 mins, 1000-1045 AEST.  Presented by: Library Services.
22nd Nov 2023 Lunch-time Research Rave (live link)
A monthly lunch-time session where either, various Graduate Researchers or Research Service providers share their research, research journey or how they can help you. Hosted by the Post-Graduate Student Association and Researcher Development Team. Come along with you lunch, connect, grow and be inspired. (60mins, 1230-1330 AEST,fourth Wednesday of each month)
22nd Nov 2023 HDR Connect (live link)
Meeting your peers, sharing your concerns, asking the burning questions, celebrating your achievements or just having a chat. HDR Connect is the online place for HDR students to connect. Our HDR students tell us that they often feel isolated, like they don't belong, or have no connections with their fellow researchers. This can lead to feelings of doubt, uncertainty and even to withdrawal. Connecting with others who are sharing the same journey and who may be feeling the same way is a great way to build friendships, support networks and confidence. It helps you and helps others!  60 mins, 1800-1900 AEST, every second and fourth Wednesday.
23rd Nov 2023 What is animal welfare?
Are you interested in learning more about animal welfare? Animal welfare is a multidimensional concept that encompasses the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of animals, as well as their ability to express natural behaviours. In this session, I will explore the various factors that contribute to animal welfare, discuss the five domains model and how welfare is assessed and measured, and the ethical considerations involved in ensuring the welfare of animals. Whether you are a researcher, lecturer or simply someone interested in learning more about animals, this session will provide valuable insights. 23/11/23, 90 mins, 1000-1130 AEST. Presenter, Lindsay Skyner, Animal Welfare Officer.
24th Nov 2023 How to negotiate mutually beneficial deals
“In business, you don’t get what you deserve, you get what you negotiate.” Chester Karrass, Negotiation Trainer.  So how can you negotiate the best possible outcome so that all parties are happy?  Win-win negotiation, Who should be negotiating?, What is BATNA?, Dirty tricks of negotiation, When do we talk and when do we walk?, Know your outcome, How can I tell if I got a good deal?    24/11/2023. 60 mins. 1200-1300 AEST.  Presenter: Rob Crombie, Campus+
28th Nov 2023 Engagement and Impact Case Studies – for RPI Assessment
This information session will provide the key information to support you to prepare a Major Engagement or Impact case study for assessment for category B of RPI. Key concepts, assessment process and criteria along with guidance on preparing your case study and linking it to evidence will be provided The next assessment round will take place in June 2024, get a head start with your assessment now. 28/11/23. 60mins, 1000-1100 AEST. Presenter - Dale Curran, Research Engagement and Impact Officer.
28th Nov 2023 Dealing with tech stress
This wellbeing webinar explores the importance of understanding the impact of technology and provides strategies to improve healthy usage, manage stress and feel more engaged with work and life. 28/11/23.  Registrations (copy & paste): 11:00am: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4511661674201391701 or  3:00pm: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5388267110655099484 Presented by Charles Sturts' health and well-being partner, Converge International.
29th Nov 2023 Engagement and Impact Case Studies – for RPI Assessment
This information session will provide the key information to support you to prepare a Major Engagement or Impact case study for assessment for category B of RPI. Key concepts, assessment process and criteria along with guidance on preparing your case study and linking it to evidence will be provided The next assessment round will take place in June 2024, get a head start with your assessment now. 29/11/23. 60mins, 1630-1730 AEST. Presenter - Dale Curran, Research Engagement and Impact Officer.
1st Dec 2023 Research Bootcamp
Set aside some time to focus on your research.  This is a welcoming space where researchers can come together via teams to work on whatever needs your attention, whether it's writing, reading, or analysing. Groups like this are very effective to help you remain focused, and create a sense of community where you can connect with other researchers.  Come for an hour or the day, make the space work for you.  See you there.  Research bootcamp occurs on the first weekday of each month.  1000-1600 AEST. Hosted by: Monique Shephard.
1st Dec 2023 Health apps and big data – commercial opportunities
Health apps and big data.  In this workshop Elane will review and discuss health apps and the opportunities and risks associated with working with large amounts of data in health-tech. Specific topics include:  Why would you build a health app?, Working with health data, Protecting data in the health-tech environment.  01/12/23. 60 mins, 1200-1300 AEST,  Presenter: Elane Zelcer, Campus+
5th Dec 2023 Having a great December
This webinar explores our December demands and reactions to them.  Participants will learn tips for managing their energy and relationships during this time of the year.  05/12/23.  Registrations (copy & paste): 11:00am: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3437332161236493408 or  3:00pm: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2662863658421762912 Presented by Charles Sturts' health and well-being partner, Converge International.
6th Dec 2023 Understanding your research career options: academic, non-academic (or refuse to choose!)
This session will help you understand the size and scope of the job market in your area(s) of expertise. This session is designed to help you make smart, strategic choices to pursue your career goals. In the workshop we will cover:  What the latest research shows us about the research jobs on offer, in Australia and elsewhere; Complex decision making and ‘planned happenstance’; Exploring contract and freelance opportunities.   06/12/23. 60mins, 1200-1300 AEST.  Presenter - Professor Inger Mewburn.
6th Dec 2023 Publishing your research
Ready to publish and looking at your options? Want to know how to choose the best option for you and your work? In this session we'll chat about tips and resources that can help identify the best publishing options for your work. We'll touch on journal metrics and how to identify reputable publishers and Open Access publishing opportunities.  06/12/23, 45 mins, 1400-1445 AEST.  Presenters - Library Services.
12th Dec 2023 Metrics and your research impact
Are you looking for ways to showcase and promote your research?  In this session we will look at author metrics, article metrics and alternative metrics. We will also touch on how to present your research metrics for grant applications and applications for promotion.  12/12/23, 45 mins, 1000-1045 AEST.  Presented by - Library Services.
13th Dec 2023 HDR Connect (live link)
Meeting your peers, sharing your concerns, asking the burning questions, celebrating your achievements or just having a chat. HDR Connect is the online place for HDR students to connect. Our HDR students tell us that they often feel isolated, like they don't belong, or have no connections with their fellow researchers. This can lead to feelings of doubt, uncertainty and even to withdrawal. Connecting with others who are sharing the same journey and who may be feeling the same way is a great way to build friendships, support networks and confidence. It helps you and helps others!  60 mins, 1800-1900 AEST, every second and fourth Wednesday.
14th Dec 2023 Having a great December
This webinar explores our December demands and reactions to them.  Participants will learn tips for managing their energy and relationships during this time of the year.  14/12/23.  Registrations (copy & paste): 11:00am: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4015779731249481816 or  3:00pm: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2884334987267977813 Presented by Charles Sturts' health and well-being partner, Converge International.
14th Dec 2023 Authorship and Copyright for a Thesis and other publications
Planning to include journal articles, that you have written during your candidature, in your thesis? Planning to publish further works from your thesis? This information session will support you to apply the appropriate copyright, Intellectual Property, Open Access and Creative Commons guidelines to your research outputs. 14/12/23, 1400-1445 AEDT, 45mins.  Presented by: Library Services.
10th Jan 2024 Thriving at Home and Work
What if life was not just about surviving? What if we could thrive at home and work instead?  Based on positive psychology, this webinar offers some practical tips to live a more engaged and purposeful life.  10/01/24.  Registrations (copy & paste): 11:00am: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8542914405893304662 or  3:00pm: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6074207336326933344 Presented by Charles Sturts' health and well-being partner, Converge International.
24th Jan 2024 Thriving at Home and Work
What if life was not just about surviving? What if we could thrive at home and work instead?  Based on positive psychology, this webinar offers some practical tips to live a more engaged and purposeful life.  24/01/24.  Registrations (copy & paste): 11:00am: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3838348242221149277 or  3:00pm: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5232460816523639644 Presented by Charles Sturts' health and well-being partner, Converge International.
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